Carpenter Maintenance

Overview

The Work:

The Carpenter will perform carpentry duties necessary to maintain and repair wooden structures and equipment. These include, but are not limited to, building and repairing bins, cribs, counters, benches, partitions, doors, floors, stairs, casings, and trim made of wood. The work involves planning, measuring, constructing, and assembling wooden structures and fixtures in accordance with blueprints, drawings, or verbal instructions. The position requires expertise with various tools, materials, and techniques to handle a range of carpentry projects.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and layout work from blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions.
• Use a variety of carpenter hand tools, portable power tools, and standard measuring instruments to complete assignments.
• Make standard shop computations related to dimensions, measurements, and material requirements.
• Select and prepare materials necessary for the work based on project specifications.
• Construct, repair, and maintain items such as bins, cribs, counters, benches, partitions, doors, floors, stairs, casings, and trim.
• Inspect existing structures and equipment to identify required repairs or enhancements.
• Ensure construction and repairs meet quality and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, following safety protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need:

• High School Diploma (HSD) or equivalent (e.g., G.E.D. certification) and training received through high-school shop classes, mechanical drawing, and blueprint reading or on-the-job training; and training received at a vocational school or community college.
• This position requires the submission of a DNA sample, which will be stored in the government-managed DNA Sample-Employee Database to ensure it is excluded from CODIS (Combined DNA Index System).
• Due to the nature of work performed at the client’s facility, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Proficient with carpentry tools, including hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Manual dexterity and a good sense of balance to operate tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to document calibration results and interpret technical data.
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits:

• SCA Health & Welfare fringe benefits.
• Telemedicine
• Dental & Vision
• EAP
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Operational Lead

Working Conditions:

• This position may involve working indoors or outdoors in varying conditions.
• Physical tasks, including lifting, climbing, and the use of tools in various positions, are a part of the daily work routine.
• Ability to work on-site in Beltsville, MD.
• Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Compensation: 31.15 to 31.15 (USD)